OPENING NIGHT!
Saturday, November 5, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm MST
Sedona Performing Arts Center

Amma's Way North American Premiere,
Awards Ceremony &
Sing Into Love Music Immersion with Ananda Das

Join us for an evening of inspiration and transformation!

Kicking off this incredible evening will be the North American Premiere of Amma's Way, A Journey to Embrace the World Again.

Are you ready to have your heart blown wide open? Meet a force of nature. Experience the astounding love, compassion and joy of a visionary woman known as Amma. A tireless spiritual leader and creator of astonishing humanitarian enterprises, she inspires millions worldwide with her culture of care and service. Amma's darshan—hugs—shows us the compelling power of the heart, which may be the one thing that creates the dramatic shift this world needs.

AWARDS CEREMONY
Join us as we celebrate those who shine brightly!

Recognizing outstanding artistic craftsmanship, impactful storytelling, and conscious messaging.

ManguTV Award for Conscious Documentary Filmmaking
ManguTV's $2500 cash prize will be awarded to the nonfiction film that exhibits the strongest story arc, most compelling subjects, and the highest impact potential.

Spirit of Service Awards
This honor recognizes members of our Sedona community who embody the spirit of love and service exemplified by the protagonist in our Opening Night Film Amma’s Way. A Journey to Embrace the World Again. ILLUMINATE honors their exemplary acts of community engagement,?care and kindness.
 Barry Maketansky – Community Enterprise Director, Verde Valley Sanctuary
Lisa Dahl – Executive Chef & Owner, Dahl Restaurant Group
Linda Goldenstein – President, Goldenstein Art

***STAY TUNED for more ILLUMINATE Award Announcements post-festival, including the Audience Award? for Best Film (remember to vote!), Director's Choice Award and Impact Award.

'SING INTO LOVE' LIVE MUSIC IMMERSION!

Come sing, dance, and uplift your spirit through this immersive Soul-Reggae-Kirtan fusion.

This Reel Healing features live music with Ananda Das, known for a powerful blend of modern and ancient soundscapes that touch the heart and bring listeners to a connected state. With this soul-reggae-kirtan fusion, you'll be swept up and lifted to a state of joy, infused with sweetness, and left with a sense of the sacred within all life.

Close this very special evening by bringing love into action. Pledge an act of service at our commitment tables located in the lobby of the Sedona Performing Arts Center.

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ENDS OCTOBER 27, 2022!

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Price increases to $222

Your All-Access pass provides access to all in-person and virtual film screenings, as well as the VIP Happy Hour and Opening Night VIP Party at Pisa Lisa VOC!

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PARTNER SPOTLIGHT

OMEGA INSTITUTE

More than simply a place, Omega is a global community that awakens the best in the human spirit and cultivates the extraordinary potential that exists in us all.

Located on more than 250 acres in New York's beautiful Hudson Valley, Omega offers a wide variety of workshops, retreats, conferences, and professional trainings, in-person and online.

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